1974 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 159 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 958 kg more than 1974 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Jensen Interceptor | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Jensen | Land Rover |
Model | Interceptor | Defender |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 587 Nm | 360 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 | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |