1988 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone 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 163 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 945 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jensen Interceptor | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Jensen | Subaru |
| Model | Interceptor | Leone |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
