1992 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jensen Interceptor 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 84 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 422 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1992 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jensen Interceptor | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Interceptor | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1404 mm |
