1954 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 120 kg more than 1954 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jensen Interceptor | 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Jensen | Plymouth |
| Model | Interceptor | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
