1994 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1994 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Am 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 119 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 510 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (204 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jensen Interceptor | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Jensen | Pontiac |
| Model | Interceptor | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
