1988 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 7 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 97 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 25 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jensen Interceptor | 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Jensen | Pontiac |
| Model | Interceptor | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2790 mm |
