2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1966 Saab 96
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Saab 96. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Saab 96 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 95 more horse power than 1966 Saab 96. (63 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1966 Saab 96. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1966 Saab 96. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Saab 96. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Saab 96.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 1966 Saab 96 | |
| Make | Holden | Saab |
| Model | Jackaroo | 96 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
