1967 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1982 Volvo 240
To start off, 1982 Volvo 240 is newer by 15 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 173 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 240. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 462 kg more than 1982 Volvo 240. 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 240. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen Interceptor | 1982 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Jensen | Volvo |
| Model | Interceptor | 240 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
