1985 Holden Drover vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, 2005 Opel Signum is newer by 20 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (124 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 700 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 2005 Opel Signum. 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, 2005 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 2005 Opel Signum 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. 2005 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 2005 Opel Signum | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Drover | Signum |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |