1993 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jensen Interceptor 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 190 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 902 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jensen Interceptor | 1997 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Interceptor | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
