1985 Holden Drover vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 12 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 400 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 1997 Honda Prelude. 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Drover | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2590 mm |
