1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1238 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 1985 Holden Drover | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Suburban | Drover |
Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2040 mm |