2005 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Jackaroo (213 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. (139 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 35 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Jackaroo | 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Jackaroo | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
