1984 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1989 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1989 Subaru Leone is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jensen Interceptor 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 170 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 688 kg more than 1989 Subaru Leone. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jensen Interceptor | 1989 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Jensen | Subaru |
| Model | Interceptor | Leone |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| 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 | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
