1975 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 822 kg more than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jensen Interceptor | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Jensen | Land Rover |
| Model | Interceptor | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 88 L |
