2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 35 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 850 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Ranger | Healey |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 50 L |
