1985 Holden Drover vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 259 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 2011 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2011 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Drover | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2489 mm |
