1985 Holden Drover vs. 1980 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 5 weights approximately 60 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 1980 Renault 5. 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, 1980 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1980 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Drover | 5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2590 mm |
