1986 Holden Drover vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 22 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 565 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 2008 Mazda 5. 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, 2008 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Drover | 5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2760 mm |
