2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 276 kg more than 1973 Jensen 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.
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2008 Ford Ranger | 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
Make | Ford | Jensen |
Model | Ranger | Jensen-Healey |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |