1958 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 477 kg more than 1958 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jensen Interceptor | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Jensen | SsangYong |
| Model | Interceptor | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
