1987 Holden Drover vs. 1977 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Peugeot 304 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Peugeot 304 should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1987 Holden Drover. 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 1977 Peugeot 304. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Drover | 1977 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Drover | 304 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2600 mm |
