1986 Holden Drover vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 23 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 1,347 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 245 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 2009 Mazda 3. 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Drover | 3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1347 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2650 mm |
