1987 Holden Drover vs. 2004 Porsche 911

To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 680 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover. 2004 Porsche 911 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. 2004 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Holden Drover 2004 Porsche 911
Make Holden Porsche
Model Drover 911
Year Released 1987 2004
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1324 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 63 HP 444 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 3450 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2040 mm 2360 mm


 

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