1990 Dodge Colt vs. 1990 Jensen Interceptor

To start off, both 1990 Dodge Colt and 1990 Jensen Interceptor were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Colt. (96 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 525 kg more than 1990 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Colt. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Colt.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Dodge Colt 1990 Jensen Interceptor
Make Dodge Jensen
Model Colt Interceptor
Year Released 1990 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 5897 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 96 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 153 Nm 418 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1195 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2680 mm


 

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