1993 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 6 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 180 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 492 kg more than 1999 Mahindra CL. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jensen Interceptor | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Jensen | Mahindra |
| Model | Interceptor | CL |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2040 mm |
