1986 Holden Drover vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Drover would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lotus Evora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Drover | Evora |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2576 mm |
