1985 Holden Drover vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 27 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 550 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 2012 Audi A3. 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, 2012 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 2012 Audi A3 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. 2012 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Holden | Audi |
| Model | Drover | A3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2578 mm |
