1972 Jensen Healey vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corona 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Healey (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corona weights approximately 170 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 Toyota Corona (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Jensen Healey | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Jensen | Toyota |
Model | Healey | Corona |
Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |