1989 Austin Montego vs. 1990 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1990 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Austin Montego would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 610 kg more than 1989 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1990 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | Montego | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
