1987 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1987 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac 6000 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 153 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 410 kg more than 1984 Pontiac 6000. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jensen Interceptor | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Jensen | Pontiac |
| Model | Interceptor | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
