1985 Holden Drover vs. 1965 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Skoda Octavia 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 19 more horse power than 1965 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1965 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Skoda Octavia. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1965 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | Drover | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2400 mm |
