1985 Holden Drover vs. 1986 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1986 Talbot Horizon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Drover would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 38 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Talbot Horizon. 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 Holden Drover (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1986 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Holden | Talbot |
| Model | Drover | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2530 mm |
