2006 Dodge Charger vs. 1985 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1985 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1985 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 623 kg more than 1985 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jensen Interceptor. (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Charger | 1985 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Charger | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |
