2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord 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 132 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Jackaroo | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
