1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (213 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Holden Jackaroo.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Eldorado | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2770 mm |
