1969 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 33 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (383 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1969 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1969 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Jensen Interceptor | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Jensen | Vauxhall |
| Model | Interceptor | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
