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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Healey (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 850 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey.
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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 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 | 2499 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 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 | 1760 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
