1985 Holden Drover vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Drover would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 435 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 1987 Mazda 929. 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Drover | 929 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2720 mm |