1985 Holden Drover vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Rekord (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 325 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 1983 Opel Rekord. 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, 1983 Opel Rekord (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Drover | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
