1972 Jensen Healey vs. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 25 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 2,551 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Healey (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 695 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, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Healey | 1997 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Healey | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
