1989 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1991 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1991 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 16 kg more than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Crown Victoria | 1991 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
