1985 Citroen LNA vs. 1990 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1990 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen LNA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen LNA would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1985 Citroen LNA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen LNA | 1990 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | LNA | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2680 mm |
