1950 Ford Consul vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (158 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1950 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1950 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Consul | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Consul | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1506 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
