1985 Holden Drover vs. 2004 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 19 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, 2004 Suzuki Jimny (79 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 115 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, 2004 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2004 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Drover | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2260 mm |
