1986 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1989 Rover Montego
To start off, 1989 Rover Montego is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jensen Interceptor 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 125 more horse power than 1989 Rover Montego. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 642 kg more than 1989 Rover Montego. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Montego. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jensen Interceptor | 1989 Rover Montego | |
| Make | Jensen | Rover |
| Model | Interceptor | Montego |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
