1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1988 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (218 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 90 kg more than 1988 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1988 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Jeep | Jensen |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
