1967 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1971 Renault 15 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 732 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen Interceptor | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Jensen | Renault |
| Model | Interceptor | 15 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
