1972 Jensen Healey vs. 1990 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 18 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 2,616 cc, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 265 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, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Healey | 1990 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | Healey | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
