1954 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1985 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1985 Lotus Excel is newer by 31 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, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 324 kg more than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Excel. (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jensen Interceptor | 1985 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Jensen | Lotus |
| Model | Interceptor | Excel |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
