1966 Austin A 90 vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 660 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 1966 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, 1966 Austin A 90 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 90 | 1985 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 90 | Drover |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2040 mm |
