1985 Holden Drover vs. 1984 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Ambassador would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Ambassador (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 295 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 1984 Austin Ambassador. 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, 1984 Austin Ambassador (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 1984 Austin Ambassador 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. 1984 Austin Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1984 Austin Ambassador | |
| Make | Holden | Austin |
| Model | Drover | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
