1967 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1993 Volvo 440
To start off, 1993 Volvo 440 is newer by 26 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 161 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 440. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 660 kg more than 1993 Volvo 440. 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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen Interceptor | 1993 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Jensen | Volvo |
| Model | Interceptor | 440 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
