1990 Ford Escort vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 430 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Escort | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
