1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2003 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2003 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (111 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 343 kg more than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (264 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Thunderbird | 2003 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Thunderbird | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
