1985 Holden Drover vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, both 1985 Holden Drover and 1985 Reliant Scimitar were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 355 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 1985 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 1985 Reliant Scimitar 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. 1985 Reliant Scimitar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Holden | Reliant |
Model | Drover | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2640 mm |