1987 Holden Drover vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 405 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 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover. 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Holden Drover | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Drover | Golf |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |