1985 Holden Drover vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 22 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 595 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 2007 Opel Zafira. 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, 2007 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Drover | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |
