1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 41 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, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 285 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Interceptor | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
