1998 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion.
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 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Sirion | 1985 Holden Drover | |
Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
Model | Sirion | Drover |
Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2040 mm |