1985 Holden Drover vs. 2000 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2000 Seat Arosa is newer by 15 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 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Arosa (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Arosa weights approximately 379 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 2000 Seat Arosa. 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, 2000 Seat Arosa (117 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm). This means 2000 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2000 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Drover | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1289 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2850 mm |
