1986 Holden Drover vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 13 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 195 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 1999 Suzuki Baleno. 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, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (139 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Drover | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2490 mm |
