1985 Holden Drover vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Skyline (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 280 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 1978 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1978 Nissan Skyline (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Drover | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2620 mm |
