1980 Chrysler Avenger 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 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 30 kg more than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. 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 Chrysler Avenger. 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, 1985 Holden Drover (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Avenger | 1985 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Avenger | Drover |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2040 mm |
