2008 Audi TT vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 2008 Audi TT is newer by 21 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 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi TT weights approximately 580 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, 2008 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi TT | 1987 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | TT | Drover |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2040 mm |
