1972 Jensen Healey vs. 1987 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 15 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 495 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, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Healey | 1987 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | Healey | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
