1988 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 1988 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 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 117 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 634 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jensen Interceptor | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | Interceptor | 924 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
