1984 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1984 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 805 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1984 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jensen Interceptor | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Jensen | Renault |
| Model | Interceptor | 9 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
