2005 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 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 43 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 740 kg more than 1978 Porsche 924. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Jackaroo | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Jackaroo | 924 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
