1994 Ford Probe vs. 1986 Holden Drover
To start off, 1994 Ford Probe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Drover would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Probe (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Probe weights approximately 385 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1994 Ford Probe (212 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Probe | 1986 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Probe | Drover |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
