2002 Holden Frontera vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 2002 Holden Frontera is newer by 17 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 790 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, 2002 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Frontera | 1985 Holden Drover | |
Make | Holden | Holden |
Model | Frontera | Drover |
Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |