1985 Holden Drover vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 470 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 Subaru Impreza (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Drover | Impreza |
Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2640 mm |