1994 Ford Laser vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1994 Ford Laser 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Laser weights approximately 95 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 1994 Ford Laser. 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, 1994 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Laser | 1985 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Laser | Drover |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |
