1975 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1975 Opel Ascona

To start off, both 1975 Jensen Interceptor and 1975 Opel Ascona were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 780 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Jensen Interceptor 1975 Opel Ascona
Make Jensen Opel
Model Interceptor Ascona
Year Released 1975 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6276 cc 1583 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 279 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 587 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 50 L