1982 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort 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 172 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 770 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1987 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Escort | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |
