1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1985 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1987 Dodge Daytona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 500 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 1985 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Daytona | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
