1988 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is newer by 23 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, 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 236 kg more than 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. (379 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jensen Interceptor | 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | Interceptor | MazdaSpeed3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2639 mm |
