1985 Holden Drover vs. 1992 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1992 Nissan Micra 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. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 245 kg more than 1992 Nissan Micra. 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 1992 Nissan Micra. 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 Holden Drover (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1992 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Drover | Micra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2310 mm |
