1985 Holden Drover vs. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 944 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Holden | Jeep |
Model | Drover | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |