1994 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1996 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jensen Interceptor 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 1996 Volkswagen Parati. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 745 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jensen Interceptor | 1996 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Interceptor | Parati |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
