2000 Dodge Avenger vs. 1975 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2000 Dodge Avenger is newer by 25 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, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 298 kg more than 2000 Dodge Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Avenger | 1975 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Avenger | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 72 L |
