1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 710 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 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1987 Holden Drover | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Corvette | Drover |
Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |