1982 Citroen LN vs. 1987 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1987 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen LN would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 960 kg more than 1982 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1987 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | LN | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2680 mm |
