1994 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1978 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1994 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 390 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jensen Interceptor | 1978 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Jensen | Peugeot |
| Model | Interceptor | 504 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |
