1985 Holden Drover vs. 2002 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2002 TVR Griffith 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 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Griffith weights approximately 152 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 TVR Griffith. 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 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 2002 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Holden | TVR |
Model | Drover | Griffith |
Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2290 mm |