1989 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1989 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 725 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jensen Interceptor | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | Interceptor | 626 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
