2001 Ford Econovan vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 29 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Healey (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 480 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey.
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, 1972 Jensen Healey (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Econovan | Healey |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |
