1984 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 605 is newer by 11 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 51 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 180 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 605. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jensen Interceptor | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Jensen | Peugeot |
| Model | Interceptor | 605 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
