1986 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 1997 Xedos 6 is newer by 11 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 136 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 582 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jensen Interceptor | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Jensen | Xedos |
| Model | Interceptor | 6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
