1992 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 1992 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 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 174 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 718 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jensen Interceptor | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | Interceptor | 818 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2320 mm |
