1987 Holden Drover vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Holden Drover.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 1987 Holden Drover (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Drover | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Drover | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2330 mm |
