2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1986 Holden Drover
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Drover would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1986 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1986 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Suburban | Drover |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2040 mm |
