1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 725 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. 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 (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Sierra | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
