1985 Holden Drover vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 25 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 911 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 2010 Ford Taurus. 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 2010 Ford Taurus 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. 2010 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | Drover | Taurus |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2868 mm |