1987 Holden Drover vs. 1958 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 40 kg more than 1987 Holden Drover.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Isuzu Minx. 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 Drover (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Drover | 1958 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Holden | Isuzu |
| Model | Drover | Minx |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |
