2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 2003 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 445 kg more than 1977 Holden GTS.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Holden GTS (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 1977 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Jackaroo | GTS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
