1984 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2002 Nissan Primera is newer by 18 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 124 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 450 kg more than 2002 Nissan Primera. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jensen Interceptor | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | Interceptor | Primera |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
