1985 Holden Drover vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 545 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.
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 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Drover | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2625 mm |
