1985 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1995 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1995 Lotus Elan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jensen Interceptor 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 79 more horse power than 1995 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1995 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 700 kg more than 1995 Lotus Elan. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jensen Interceptor | 1995 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Jensen | Lotus |
| Model | Interceptor | Elan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2260 mm |
