1987 Holden Drover vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Drover weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Holden Drover (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Drover | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Drover | 323 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |
