2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1986 Holden Drover
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 549 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 672 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.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1986 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | Drover |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2040 mm |
