1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 1993 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1993 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 817 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 1993 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Fiesta | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2680 mm |
