1990 Audi 100 vs. 1968 Jensen Interceptor

To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 660 kg more than 1990 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Audi 100 1968 Jensen Interceptor
Make Audi Jensen
Model 100 Interceptor
Year Released 1990 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1779 cc 6275 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 90 HP 279 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 587 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 108 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 85.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1090 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 72 L


 

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