1985 Holden Drover vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1160 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 Odyssey. 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 Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 2013 Honda Odyssey 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. 2013 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Drover | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5152 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2011 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3000 mm |