2003 Holden Frontera vs. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 27 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 540 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.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera 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 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Frontera | 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Holden | Jensen |
| Model | Frontera | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
