1986 GMC Jimmy vs. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1986 GMC Jimmy is newer by 10 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 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1986 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 240 kg more than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey.
Because 1986 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Jimmy | 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | GMC | Jensen |
| Model | Jimmy | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
