1985 Holden Drover vs. 1983 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 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 1983 Nissan Stanza.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 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, 1983 Nissan Stanza (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1983 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Drover | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| 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 | Manual |
| 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 |
