1986 Holden Drover vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 410 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Holden Drover | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Drover | Passat |
Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |