1987 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jensen Interceptor 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 169 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 715 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jensen Interceptor | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Jensen | Opel |
| Model | Interceptor | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |
