1988 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1994 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1994 Venturi Coupe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jensen Interceptor 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 45 more horse power than 1994 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1994 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 465 kg more than 1994 Venturi Coupe. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jensen Interceptor | 1994 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Jensen | Venturi |
| Model | Interceptor | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
