1975 Ford Torino vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 740 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 1975 Ford Torino. 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 1985 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Torino | Drover |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2040 mm |
