1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 465 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 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Holden Drover | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Corvette | Drover |
Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5352 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2040 mm |