1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1985 Holden Drover | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 90 | Drover |
Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2040 mm |