1987 Holden Drover vs. 2007 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Ford Falcon is newer by 20 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Falcon weights approximately 620 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 2007 Ford Falcon. 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, 2007 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Holden Drover | 2007 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | Drover | Falcon |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |