1985 Holden Drover vs. 1974 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 210 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 1974 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1974 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 1974 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Drover | Laurel |
Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |