1986 Holden Drover vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 27 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), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 924 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Taurus. 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover. 2013 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1986 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1986 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Drover | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2868 mm |
