1987 Holden Drover vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Drover weights approximately 385 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda Z. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Drover | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Drover | Z |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
