1987 Holden Drover vs. 1994 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 7 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 520 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 1994 Hyundai Marcia. 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, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover. 1994 Hyundai Marcia 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. 1994 Hyundai Marcia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Drover | 1994 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Drover | Marcia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
