1985 Holden Drover vs. 2006 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Ignis 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Ignis (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 175 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, 2006 Suzuki Ignis (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Drover | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |
