1999 GMC Safari vs. 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 795 kg more than 1975 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. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey has manual transmission. 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Safari | 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | GMC | Jensen |
| Model | Safari | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
