1984 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (213 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1984 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 546 kg more than 1984 Ford Falcon. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Falcon | 2005 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Falcon | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
