1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 23 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (218 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 650 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey has manual transmission. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
Make | Jeep | Jensen |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Jensen-Healey |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |