1986 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1998 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1998 Renault Twingo is newer by 12 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 185 more horse power than 1998 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 902 kg more than 1998 Renault Twingo. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Twingo. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jensen Interceptor | 1998 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Jensen | Renault |
| Model | Interceptor | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
