1988 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1988 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Delta 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 102 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 718 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jensen Interceptor | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | Interceptor | Delta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
