1988 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1983 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1988 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 504 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 172 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 460 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 504. 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jensen Interceptor | 1983 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Jensen | Peugeot |
| Model | Interceptor | 504 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
