1986 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 21 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 79 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 261 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jensen Interceptor | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jensen | Subaru |
| Model | Interceptor | Forester |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
