1985 Holden Drover vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy 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 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 650 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 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Drover | Caddy |
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 | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2690 mm |