1980 Austin Maxi vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (158 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Maxi | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2770 mm |
