1993 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 1993 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Vento would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 647 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jensen Interceptor | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Interceptor | Vento |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
