1985 Holden Drover vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 25 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla.

Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1979 Toyota Corolla (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Holden Drover 1979 Toyota Corolla
Make Holden Toyota
Model Drover Corolla
Year Released 1985 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 1290 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 63 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 885 kg
Vehicle Length 3450 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2040 mm 2410 mm


 

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