2005 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 2005 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Nova 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 99 more horse power than 1994 Holden Nova. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 790 kg more than 1994 Holden Nova. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Jackaroo | 1994 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Jackaroo | Nova |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
