2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1989 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Prelude 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 100 more horse power than 1989 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 815 kg more than 1989 Honda Prelude. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 1989 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Jackaroo | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
