1971 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1985 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 670 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1985 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | 100 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
