1985 Holden Drover vs. 2006 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 21 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 347 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, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2006 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Drover | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2610 mm |
