1987 Holden Drover vs. 1989 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1989 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Drover would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac 6000 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 400 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 1989 Pontiac 6000. 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, 1989 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover. 1989 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1987 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1987 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Holden Drover | 1989 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Holden | Pontiac |
Model | Drover | 6000 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |