1985 Holden Drover vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 490 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 1954 Rover P4. 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, 1954 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Drover | P4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |
