1987 Ford Laser vs. 1992 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1992 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Laser would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1987 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 920 kg more than 1987 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Laser | 1992 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Laser | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
