1984 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 23 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1984 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1984 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 922 kg more than 1984 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Jensen Interceptor. (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jensen Interceptor | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Interceptor | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4920 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
