1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 6 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 930 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 1991 Buick Roadmaster. 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 1991 Buick Roadmaster 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. 1991 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1985 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Roadmaster | Drover |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |
