1985 Holden Drover vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 26 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover.
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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 985 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 2011 Ford F-450 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. 2011 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | Drover | F-450 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 4379 mm |