2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (158 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 775 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Jackaroo | Comet |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
