1988 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1969 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1988 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan 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 126 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Elan. (116 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 870 kg more than 1969 Lotus Elan. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jensen Interceptor | 1969 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Jensen | Lotus |
| Model | Interceptor | Elan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
