1985 Holden Drover vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 1997 Nissan 400 R is newer by 12 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 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 640 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Drover | 400 R |
Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 471 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2720 mm |