1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 1993 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1993 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1993 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 490 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford RS 200 | 1993 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | RS 200 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
