1990 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jensen Interceptor 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 97 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 274 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jensen Interceptor | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | Interceptor | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
