1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 1989 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1989 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 360 kg more than 1969 Dodge Coronet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 1989 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Coronet | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2680 mm |
