1987 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1987 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 11 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 262 kg more than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey.
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, 1987 Chrysler New Yorker, 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, 1987 Chrysler New Yorker (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler New Yorker | 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jensen |
| Model | New Yorker | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
