1984 Austin Maestro vs. 1987 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1987 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Maestro 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 176 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 805 kg more than 1984 Austin Maestro. 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 1987 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | Maestro | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
