1982 Ford Taunus vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Taunus 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 96 more horse power than 1982 Ford Taunus. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 1019 kg more than 1982 Ford Taunus. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Taunus. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Taunus | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Taunus | Jackaroo |
Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |