1967 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 27 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 145 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 557 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo. 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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen Interceptor | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Jensen | Ford |
| Model | Interceptor | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
