1987 Holden Astra vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, both 1987 Holden Astra and 1987 Holden Drover were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Astra (70 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Drover weights approximately 55 kg more than 1987 Holden Astra.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Holden Astra (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Astra | 1987 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Astra | Drover |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2040 mm |
