1987 Holden Drover vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 608 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 Honda FR-V. 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 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Holden Drover | 2009 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Drover | FR-V |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2690 mm |