1985 Holden Drover vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Drover | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2340 mm |
