1987 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 13 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (295 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jensen Interceptor | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jensen | Subaru |
| Model | Interceptor | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
