2006 Ford Escape vs. 1984 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 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, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1984 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Escape | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5898 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
