1987 Holden Drover vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 490 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 Mitsubishi Debonair. 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 Mitsubishi Debonair (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover. 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair 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 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Drover | 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Drover | Debonair |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
