1986 Ford Escort vs. 1984 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 850 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1984 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Escort | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
