1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 420 kg more than 1974 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. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey has manual transmission. 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Caprice | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
