1985 Holden Drover vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vauxhall VX220. 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, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2003 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
| Model | Drover | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2340 mm |
