1985 Holden Drover vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 656 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 Peugeot 407. 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 Peugeot 407 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Drover | 407 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2610 mm |
