1985 Holden Drover vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, both 1985 Holden Drover and 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 (134 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 570 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 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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 Mercedes-Benz 230 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Drover | 230 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2810 mm |
