1995 Audi A4 vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1995 Audi A4 is newer by 10 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A4 weights approximately 315 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 1995 Audi A4. 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, 1995 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 1985 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A4 | Drover |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2040 mm |
