1985 Holden Drover vs. 1982 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 30 kg more than 1982 Nissan Stanza.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Nissan Stanza. 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, 1982 Nissan Stanza (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 1982 Nissan Stanza has automatic transmission and 1985 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1985 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Nissan Stanza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1982 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Drover | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2480 mm |
