1985 Holden Drover vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 28 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Insight (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 340 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 2013 Honda Insight. 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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Drover | Insight |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2550 mm |