1985 Holden Drover vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 19 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 770 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 2004 Rover 75. 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, 2004 Rover 75 (418 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Drover | 75 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2780 mm |
