1987 Holden Drover vs. 1959 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Morgan Plus 4 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Drover weights approximately 85 kg more than 1959 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. 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, 1959 Morgan Plus 4 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Holden Drover | 1959 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Holden | Morgan |
Model | Drover | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |