1986 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1986 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 192 kg more than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jensen Interceptor | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Jensen | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Interceptor | Rural |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
