1972 Jensen Healey vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1972 Jensen Healey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 645 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1972 Jensen Healey has manual transmission. 1972 Jensen Healey will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Jensen Healey | 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Jensen | Oldsmobile |
Model | Healey | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2960 mm |