1992 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1992 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona 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 161 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 706 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jensen Interceptor | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Jensen | Opel |
| Model | Interceptor | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
