1985 Holden Drover vs. 2000 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 15 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, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Familia. 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Holden Drover 2000 Mazda Familia
Make Holden Mazda
Model Drover Familia
Year Released 1985 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 1998 cc
Engine Type in-line dual-disk rotary
Horse Power 63 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 134 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 825 kg
Vehicle Length 3450 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2040 mm 2270 mm