1994 Austin Montego vs. 1986 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1994 Austin Montego is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 572 kg more than 1994 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 1986 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | Montego | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
