1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Maxi (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Maxi weights approximately 74 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 1980 Austin Maxi. 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, 1980 Austin Maxi (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1985 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Maxi | Drover |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2040 mm |
