1984 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1991 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 7 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 101 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 570 kg more than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jensen Interceptor | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | Interceptor | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
