2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 900 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (158 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 755 kg more than 1989 Saab 900.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 900. (273 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 1989 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Holden | Saab |
| Model | Jackaroo | 900 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
