1972 Jensen Healey vs. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 31 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 835 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, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1972 Jensen Healey has manual transmission. 1972 Jensen Healey will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Healey | 2003 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Jensen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Healey | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
