1991 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1991 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 930 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jensen Interceptor | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Interceptor | Golf |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
