1985 Holden Drover vs. 1969 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Saab Sonett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Saab Sonett (64 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Saab Sonett should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 135 kg more than 1969 Saab Sonett.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Saab Sonett. 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 Saab Sonett (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Saab Sonett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1969 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Holden | Saab |
| Model | Drover | Sonett |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2160 mm |
