1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (213 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 155 kg more than 1976 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick Riviera (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 2005 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Riviera | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6595 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
