2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1986 Holden Drover
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 351 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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 1986 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1986 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 1986 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Equinox | Drover |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2040 mm |
