1951 Buick 40 vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (158 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 410 kg more than 1951 Buick 40. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick 40 | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | 40 | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2770 mm |
