2003 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 31 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Healey (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Because 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jensen Healey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet S-10 | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | S-10 | Healey |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2350 mm |
