1990 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1990 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. 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 167 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 345 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jensen Interceptor | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Jensen | Peugeot |
| Model | Interceptor | 505 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |
