1990 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort 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 123 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 900 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
