1985 Holden Drover vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Ranger. 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 Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Drover | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3193 mm |
