1971 Ford GT 70 vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 70 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 70 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 145 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford GT 70. 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, 1971 Ford GT 70 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford GT 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 70 | 1985 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | GT 70 | Drover |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2040 mm |
