1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (350 HP) has 210 more horse power than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 185 kg more than 1976 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ford Mustang (556 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (176 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
Make | Ford | Jensen |
Model | Mustang | Jensen-Healey |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 140 HP |
Torque | 556 Nm | 176 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |