1972 Jensen Healey vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 41 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1521 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Healey | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Jensen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Healey | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 119 L |
