1985 Holden Drover vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 910 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 Volvo XC60. 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 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 2010 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Drover | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2774 mm |
