2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra 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 156 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 846 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Jackaroo | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
