1985 Daihatsu Charade 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 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Charade 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 191 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. 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 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Daihatsu Charade | 1990 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Daihatsu | Jensen |
Model | Charade | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 5897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 418 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2680 mm |