1987 Holden Drover vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 690 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Holden Drover 2005 Nissan X-Trail
Make Holden Nissan
Model Drover X-Trail
Year Released 1987 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 2184 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 63 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 2000 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 1600 kg
Wheelbase Size 2040 mm 2540 mm


 

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