1985 Holden Drover vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 532 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Drover | Frontier |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3200 mm |