1988 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1988 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 940 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jensen Interceptor | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Jensen | Opel |
| Model | Interceptor | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2420 mm |
