1985 Holden Drover vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 480 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 Pontiac 6000. 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 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1985 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1985 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Holden | Pontiac |
Model | Drover | 6000 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |