1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1985 Dodge Daytona is newer by 9 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey weights approximately 20 kg more than 1985 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Daytona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Daytona | 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Daytona | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
