1979 Ford Cortina vs. 2003 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2003 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1979 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 920 kg more than 1979 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Cortina | 2003 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Cortina | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2770 mm |
