1988 Ford Telstar vs. 1986 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1988 Ford Telstar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1988 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 692 kg more than 1988 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Telstar | 1986 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Telstar | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
