2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Tempo 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 161 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 810 kg more than 1983 Ford Tempo. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Jackaroo | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |
