1985 Holden Drover vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 140 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 Holden Camira. 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 Holden Camira (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 1984 Holden Camira 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 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Drover | Camira |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
