1985 Holden Drover vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 23 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Drover | Accord |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |