1985 Holden Drover vs. 1992 Mazda 121
To start off, 1992 Mazda 121 is newer by 7 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. Both 1985 Holden Drover and 1992 Mazda 121 are equipped with a 1,324 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 121 (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 90 kg more than 1992 Mazda 121.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mazda 121. 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, 1992 Mazda 121 (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1992 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Drover | 121 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |
