1986 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 26 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 4 more horse power than 2012 Seat Leon. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 388 kg more than 2012 Seat Leon. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Leon. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jensen Interceptor | 2012 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Jensen | Seat |
| Model | Interceptor | Leon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
