1989 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2004 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 Lancia Thesis is newer by 15 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 74 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Thesis. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Lancia Thesis. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jensen Interceptor | 2004 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | Interceptor | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
