1986 Holden Drover vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Holden Drover is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 929 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1975 Mazda 929 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Drover | 929 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
