1985 Holden Drover vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 22 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 450 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 2007 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | Drover | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
