1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2003 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 482 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2770 mm |
