1970 Ford 17 vs. 1988 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1988 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 17 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 645 kg more than 1970 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 17 | 1988 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | 17 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
