1972 Jensen Healey vs. 1970 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1972 Jensen Healey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Healey (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Laurel. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Jensen Healey (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Healey | 1970 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | Healey | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
