1971 Jensen SP vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen SP would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 249 kg more than 1971 Jensen SP.
Because 2012 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Jensen SP. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Navara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | SP | Navara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
