2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (158 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 530 kg more than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jackaroo | 450 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |
