1972 Jensen Healey vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1977 Opel Monza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Healey would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 402 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, 1977 Opel Monza (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Healey | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Jensen | Opel |
| Model | Healey | Monza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
