1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1973 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 470 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1973 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Conquest | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 7211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
