2005 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1980 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit 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 55 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 800 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Jackaroo | 1980 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Jackaroo | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
