1985 Holden Drover vs. 1969 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 355 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 1969 Maserati Mistral. 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, 1969 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1969 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Drover | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
