2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 626 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 149 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 780 kg more than 1987 Mazda 626. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Jackaroo | 626 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
