1979 Ford LTD 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 LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 360 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2003 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | LTD | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2770 mm |
