1987 Holden Drover vs. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 22 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 930 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 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria 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. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Holden Drover | 2009 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | Drover | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 369 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2920 mm |