2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1981 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 213 kg more than 1981 Jaguar XJS.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 1981 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Jackaroo | XJS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 299 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
