1987 Holden Drover vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 26 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 583 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 2013 Nissan Z. 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Drover | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Drover | Z |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2550 mm |
