2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 16 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Drover weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1987 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | YRV | Drover |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2040 mm |
