1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1975 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 300 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1975 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | Rally Raid | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
