1954 Ford Popular vs. 1986 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1986 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 987 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Popular | 1986 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Popular | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |
