1973 Austin Marina vs. 1989 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1989 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Marina would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 840 kg more than 1973 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Marina | 1989 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | Marina | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
