1987 Holden Drover vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 TVR Vixen (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Drover weights approximately 46 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 TVR Vixen. 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, 1968 TVR Vixen (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Holden Drover | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
Make | Holden | TVR |
Model | Drover | Vixen |
Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2290 mm |