1955 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 435 kg more than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 SsangYong Musso (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jensen Interceptor | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Jensen | SsangYong |
| Model | Interceptor | Musso |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
