1987 Holden Drover vs. 1985 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Patrol (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1165 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Holden Drover | 1985 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Drover | Patrol |
Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2980 mm |