1985 Holden Drover vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 1994 Holden Nova is newer by 9 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Nova (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Nova weights approximately 220 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 1994 Holden Nova. 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, 1994 Holden Nova (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 1994 Holden Nova 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. 1994 Holden Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 1994 Holden Nova | |
Make | Holden | Holden |
Model | Drover | Nova |
Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |