1987 Chrysler TC vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 1987 Chrysler TC is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler TC. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 501 kg more than 1987 Chrysler TC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chrysler TC. (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chrysler TC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler TC | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jensen |
| Model | TC | FF |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2780 mm |
