1989 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1993 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1993 Kia Sephia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jensen Interceptor 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 161 more horse power than 1993 Kia Sephia. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 684 kg more than 1993 Kia Sephia. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jensen Interceptor | 1993 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | Interceptor | Sephia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
