1985 Holden Drover vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 16 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 1,898 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 200 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 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Drover | A |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2720 mm |
