1974 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 470 kg more than 1974 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Jensen Interceptor | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | Interceptor | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
