2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2003 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 220 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Jackaroo | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
