1987 Holden Drover vs. 2012 Infiniti EX

To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover.

Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Infiniti EX. 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 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover. 2012 Infiniti EX 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 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Holden Drover 2012 Infiniti EX
Make Holden Infiniti
Model Drover EX
Year Released 1987 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 63 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 550 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed shiftable automatic
Vehicle Length 3450 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1803 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1572 mm
Wheelbase Size 2040 mm 2799 mm


 

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