1973 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1999 Rover 200
To start off, 1999 Rover 200 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 178 more horse power than 1999 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 720 kg more than 1999 Rover 200. 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 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jensen Interceptor | 1999 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Jensen | Rover |
| Model | Interceptor | 200 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7211 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
