1953 AC Ace vs. 2005 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (213 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 1158 kg more than 1953 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 2005 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Ace | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
