1987 Holden Drover vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 825 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 Renault Vel Satis. 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 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover. 2004 Renault Vel Satis 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 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Drover | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Drover | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |
