2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1965 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2003 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac 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 104 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 650 kg more than 1965 Ford Zodiac. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 1965 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Jackaroo | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
