1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1988 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1988 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. Both 1975 Dodge Aspen and 1988 Jensen Interceptor are equipped with a 5,898 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 145 kg more than 1975 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1988 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Aspen | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
