1987 Holden Drover vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 18 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 735 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 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Holden Drover | 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
Model | Drover | Grandis |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2790 mm |