1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (158 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 955 kg more than 1987 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 (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Sierra | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
