1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 13 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 935 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, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1985 Holden Drover | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Blazer | Drover |
Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |