1984 Ford Fiesta 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 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta 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 174 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 920 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1987 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Fiesta | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |
