1987 Holden Drover vs. 2001 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2001 Nissan Xterra is newer by 14 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 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 670 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, 2001 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover. 2001 Nissan Xterra 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. 2001 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Drover | 2001 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Drover | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |
