1985 Holden Drover vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 20 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 761 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Drover | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3200 mm |
