2005 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1984 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Firebird 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 80 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Jackaroo | 1984 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Jackaroo | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
