1987 Holden Drover vs. 1996 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1996 Porsche Boxster 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 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 342 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 Porsche Boxster. 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 Porsche Boxster (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Drover | 1996 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Drover | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2420 mm |
