1987 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1970 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1987 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 840 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jensen Interceptor | 1970 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Jensen | Peugeot |
| Model | Interceptor | 204 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
