1981 Ford Granada vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 645 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. 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 (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Granada | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |
