1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2003 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2003 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 210 kg more than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 2003 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Thunderbird | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2770 mm |
