1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 315 kg more than 1973 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Skylark | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2770 mm |
