1988 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 19 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 104 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 405 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jensen Interceptor | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Jensen | Seat |
| Model | Interceptor | Leon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
