1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 2003 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2003 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 220 kg more than 1983 Dodge Mirada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Mirada | 2003 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Mirada | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2770 mm |
