1985 Holden Drover vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Rekord (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Rekord weights approximately 175 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 1969 Opel Rekord. 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, 1969 Opel Rekord (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Drover | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
