1996 Ford Royale vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 1996 Ford Royale 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Royale 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 1996 Ford Royale. 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 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Royale | 1987 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Royale | Drover |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2040 mm |
