1985 Holden Drover vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 640 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 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 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 Volkswagen Touran (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Drover | Touran |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |