1985 Holden Drover vs. 1986 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1986 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volkswagen Golf (137 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 3 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 1986 Volkswagen Golf (169 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 1986 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Drover | Golf |
Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 907 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2480 mm |