1988 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 14 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 540 kg more than 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 1988 Ford Crown Victoria 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. 1988 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Crown Victoria | 1974 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2350 mm |
