1973 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 26 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 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 293 kg more than 1999 Kia Sportage. 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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1973 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jensen Interceptor | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | Interceptor | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7211 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
