1985 Holden Drover vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 5 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 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 640 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 1990 Volvo 960. 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, 1990 Volvo 960 (143 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Drover | 960 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2780 mm |
