1985 Holden Drover vs. 2001 Lexus RX
To start off, 2001 Lexus RX is newer by 16 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus RX (198 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus RX weights approximately 955 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, 2001 Lexus RX (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 2001 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 1985 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1985 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2001 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | Drover | RX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2620 mm |
