1985 Holden Drover vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 7 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 1105 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 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 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. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
Model | Drover | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2950 mm |