1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 1979 Chrysler Newport is newer by 7 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 845 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, 1979 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chrysler Newport | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
Make | Chrysler | Jensen |
Model | Newport | Healey |
Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2350 mm |