1972 Jensen Healey vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 1983 Opel Monza is newer by 11 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Healey (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 361 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, 1983 Opel Monza (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 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 | 1983 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Jensen | Opel |
| Model | Healey | Monza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
