1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1984 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 320 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Blazer | 1984 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Blazer | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
