2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1971 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2003 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 270 kg more than 1971 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 1971 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Jackaroo | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
