1986 Holden Drover vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 24 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 956 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Holden Drover | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Drover | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3010 mm |