1986 Holden Drover vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 11 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 110 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 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 1997 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Drover | A |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2430 mm |
