1989 Ford Escort 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 Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort 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 181 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 835 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1991 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Escort | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
