1978 GMC Jimmy vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 1978 GMC Jimmy is newer by 6 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Healey (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 835 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Because 1978 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jensen Healey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 GMC Jimmy 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, 1978 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey. 1978 GMC Jimmy 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. 1978 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 GMC Jimmy | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
| Make | GMC | Jensen |
| Model | Jimmy | Healey |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
