1985 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1979 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1985 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 770 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jensen Interceptor | 1979 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Jensen | Peugeot |
| Model | Interceptor | 304 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |
