1986 Holden Drover vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Drover weights approximately 1 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lotus Exige. 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 Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Exige 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 Exige | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Drover | Exige |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2299 mm |
