1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1995 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1995 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 762 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 1995 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Jensen | Suzuki |
| Model | Interceptor | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
