1992 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1992 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit 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 26 more horse power than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (216 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1989 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 572 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jensen Interceptor | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Jensen | Lotus |
| Model | Interceptor | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
