2000 Ford Contour vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 13 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 508 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 2000 Ford Contour. 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, 2000 Ford Contour (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Contour | 1987 Holden Drover | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Contour | Drover |
Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2040 mm |