1981 Holden Commodore vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 1981 Holden Commodore is newer by 9 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Healey (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 301 kg more than 1972 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, 1981 Holden Commodore (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey. 1981 Holden Commodore 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. 1981 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
| Make | Holden | Jensen |
| Model | Commodore | Healey |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
