1975 Ford Capri vs. 1986 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1986 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 737 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 1986 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Capri | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
