1987 Holden Drover vs. 2012 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2012 Zenvo ST1 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 1041 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 466 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 Zenvo ST1. 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 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1330 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Drover | 2012 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Holden | Zenvo |
| Model | Drover | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3055 mm |
