2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (158 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 843 kg more than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Holden | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Jackaroo | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
