1972 Jensen Healey vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 953 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.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jensen Healey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Healey | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Jensen | Volvo |
| Model | Healey | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2774 mm |
