1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1147 kg more than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey.

Because 1976 Jensen 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 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Touran.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey 2010 Volkswagen Touran
Make Jensen Volkswagen
Model Jensen-Healey Touran
Year Released 1976 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1973 cc 1197 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 1550 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.4:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1160 kg 2307 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 60 L


 

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