2005 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1990 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Vauxhall Astra 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 160 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Jackaroo | 1990 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
| Model | Jackaroo | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
