1985 Holden Drover vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett 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 16 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 150 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett. 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 1973 Opel Kadett. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Drover | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2400 mm |
