1985 Holden Drover vs. 1981 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 300 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Alto. 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 1981 Suzuki Alto. 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, 1985 Holden Drover (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1981 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Drover | Alto |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2160 mm |
