1990 Ford Tempo vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1990 Ford Tempo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 602 kg more than 1990 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Tempo | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
