1984 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 550 kg more than 1984 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jensen Interceptor | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Interceptor | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
