1985 Holden Drover vs. 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 100 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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 Volkswagen Rabbit (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Drover | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |