1979 Ford Granada vs. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1979 Ford Granada is newer by 3 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 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 360 kg more than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey.
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 Ford Granada (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Granada | 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
Make | Ford | Jensen |
Model | Granada | Jensen-Healey |
Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4184 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |