1986 Holden Drover vs. 1994 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Drover would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 675 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 1994 Nissan 300 ZX. 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, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 1994 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Drover | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
