2001 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 14 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 560 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet S-10 | 1987 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | S-10 | Drover |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2040 mm |
