1985 Holden Drover vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S40 weights approximately 720 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 2009 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 1985 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1985 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Holden | Volvo |
Model | Drover | S40 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2650 mm |