1987 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 11 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 106 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 335 kg more than 1998 Kia Joice. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jensen Interceptor | 1998 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | Interceptor | Joice |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
