1987 Holden Drover vs. 2012 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 200 is newer by 25 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 200 (280 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 200 weights approximately 904 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 2012 Chrysler 200. 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, 2012 Chrysler 200 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover. 2012 Chrysler 200 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. 2012 Chrysler 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Drover | 2012 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Holden | Chrysler |
| Model | Drover | 200 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4948 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2766 mm |
