1985 Holden Drover vs. 2009 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 24 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Vibe (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Vibe 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 2009 Pontiac Vibe. 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, 2009 Pontiac Vibe (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2009 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Drover | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2610 mm |
