1985 Holden Drover vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 17 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 670 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 2002 Acura CL. 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 2002 Acura CL 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. 2002 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Holden | Acura |
| Model | Drover | CL |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
