1973 Bitter CD vs. 2005 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bitter CD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bitter CD would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bitter CD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bitter CD (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. (213 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 196 kg more than 1973 Bitter CD.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2005 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Bitter | Holden |
| Model | CD | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
