2009 Ford Escape vs. 1987 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. In terms of performance, 1987 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 748 kg more than 2009 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, 1987 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1987 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Escape | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
