1974 Hyundai Pony vs. 1975 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1975 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1974 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1139 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony. 1975 Jensen Interceptor has automatic transmission and 1974 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1974 Hyundai Pony will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Jensen Interceptor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Hyundai Pony | 1975 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jensen |
| Model | Pony | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 109.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
