2006 Acura MDX vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 19 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 665 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1987 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | MDX | Drover |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
