1985 Holden Drover vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 is newer by 21 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 5. 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, 2006 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Drover | 5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2760 mm |
