1994 Ford Tempo vs. 1955 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 300 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1955 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 1955 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Tempo | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
