2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1984 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 25 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (264 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1984 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 754 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1984 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1984 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Taurus | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
