1987 Holden Drover vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 23 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1013 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 2010 SsangYong Rodius. 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, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover. 2010 SsangYong Rodius 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. 2010 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Drover | 2010 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Drover | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3010 mm |
