1987 Holden Drover vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Drover weights approximately 185 kg more than 1969 Honda S600.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Honda S600. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Holden Drover | 1969 Honda S600 | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Drover | S600 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |