2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1078 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 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Compass | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
Make | Jeep | Jensen |
Model | Compass | 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 | 172 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |