1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 175 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Jensen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Interceptor | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
