1985 Holden Drover vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Smart Roadster (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Smart Roadster. 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 Smart Roadster (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Holden | Smart |
| Model | Drover | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |
