1985 Holden Drover vs. 2003 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2003 Holden Cruze is newer by 18 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Cruze (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Cruze weights approximately 75 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, 2003 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 2003 Holden Cruze 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. 2003 Holden Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 2003 Holden Cruze | |
Make | Holden | Holden |
Model | Drover | Cruze |
Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |