1987 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 14 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 163 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 510 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jensen Interceptor | 2001 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Jensen | Lada |
| Model | Interceptor | Niva |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2210 mm |
