1992 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 1992 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 795 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jensen Interceptor | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | Interceptor | 914 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
