1985 Holden Drover vs. 1987 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1987 Lancia Thema is newer by 2 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (100 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 490 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 1987 Lancia Thema. 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, 1987 Lancia Thema (221 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1987 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Drover | Thema |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
