2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 37 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Because 1972 Jensen Healey is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Jensen Healey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Dodge Caliber (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Caliber | Healey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
