2000 Ford Escape vs. 1986 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1986 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1986 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Escape | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
