1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1989 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1989 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 670 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1989 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Cortina | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
