1972 Jensen Healey vs. 2009 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Healey (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 490 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Because 1972 Jensen Healey is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Jensen Healey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Healey | 2009 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | Healey | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
