1990 Eagle Summit vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 1990 Eagle Summit is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Healey would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Healey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Healey (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 1990 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Eagle Summit weights approximately 65 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Because 1972 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 1972 Jensen Healey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Summit, 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, 1972 Jensen Healey (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Eagle Summit | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
Make | Eagle | Jensen |
Model | Summit | Healey |
Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |