2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1948 Holden FX
To start off, 2003 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Holden FX would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 950 kg more than 1948 Holden FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 1948 Holden FX | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Jackaroo | FX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
