1988 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 20 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1988 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 735 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jensen Interceptor | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Interceptor | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 1153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
