1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey vs. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 36 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1413 kg more than 1976 Jensen 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, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey has manual transmission. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey | 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Jensen | Chevrolet |
Model | Jensen-Healey | Suburban |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |