1983 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (213 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 230 kg more than 1983 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Electra | 2005 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Electra | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |
