1999 Ford Falcon vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 14 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 3,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 620 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 1999 Ford Falcon. 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 1985 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Falcon | Drover |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2040 mm |
