1985 Holden Drover vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 27 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 560 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 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Holden | Suzuki |
Model | Drover | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |