1987 Holden Drover vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 17 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 95 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 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Drover | 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Drover | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2610 mm |
