2005 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 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 104 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 890 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Jackaroo | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Jackaroo | 440 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
