1969 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1972 Renault 5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Jensen Interceptor | 1972 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Jensen | Renault |
| Model | Interceptor | 5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
