1977 Audi 100 vs. 1989 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1989 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 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 106 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 550 kg more than 1977 Audi 100. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1989 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | 100 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
