1987 Holden Drover vs. 1998 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 1998 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 440 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.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Holden Drover 1998 Subaru Legacy
Make Holden Subaru
Model Drover Legacy
Year Released 1987 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 63 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 3450 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1410 mm


 

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