1986 Ford Orion vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 1 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion. 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 1986 Ford Orion. 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, 1986 Ford Orion (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 1985 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Orion | Drover |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
