1985 Holden Drover vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 11 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 55 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 1996 Honda Civic. 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, 1996 Honda Civic (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Drover | Civic |
Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |