1993 Dodge Viper vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1993 Dodge Viper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 210 kg more than 1993 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Viper | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Viper | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
