1973 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 380 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jensen Interceptor | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jensen | Subaru |
| Model | Interceptor | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7211 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
