2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2003 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Thema 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 27 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Thema. (185 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 635 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lancia Thema (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Jackaroo | Thema |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
