1978 Ford LTD vs. 1987 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1987 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1987 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 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, 1978 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Jensen Interceptor. (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford LTD | 1987 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | LTD | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2680 mm |
