2005 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (213 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 950 kg more than 1968 Opel GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Jackaroo | 1968 Opel GT | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Jackaroo | GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
