1987 Holden Drover vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 480 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 1996 Ford Mustang. 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover. 1996 Ford Mustang 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. 1996 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Holden Drover | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | Drover | Mustang |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |