2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2003 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 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 @ 5400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 336 kg more than 1959 Rover P5. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Jackaroo | P5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |
