1987 Holden Drover vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 3 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (111 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 300 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 1990 Lancia Dedra. 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, 1990 Lancia Dedra (157 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover. 1990 Lancia Dedra 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. 1990 Lancia Dedra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Drover | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Drover | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2550 mm |
