1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (213 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 335 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Camaro | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
