1985 Holden Drover vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 361 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 Jetta. 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 Jetta (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Jetta | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Drover | Jetta |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1271 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |