2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 22 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 948 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.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover. 2009 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1987 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1987 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Buick LaCrosse | 1987 Holden Drover | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | LaCrosse | Drover |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2040 mm |