1985 Holden Drover vs. 1977 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 70 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 1977 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1977 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1977 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Drover | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2190 mm |
