2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 562 kg more than 1968 Jensen FF.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Nitro | FF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
