1985 Holden Drover vs. 2012 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Voyager 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 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 1200 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 Chrysler Voyager. 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 Chrysler Voyager (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 2012 Chrysler Voyager 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 Chrysler Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2012 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Holden | Chrysler |
| Model | Drover | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3078 mm |
