1985 Holden Drover vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 18 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 18 weights approximately 225 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 Renault 18. 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 Renault 18 (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 1984 Renault 18 | |
Make | Holden | Renault |
Model | Drover | 18 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |