1980 Audi 100 vs. 1991 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1991 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1980 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 604 kg more than 1980 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 100 | 1991 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | 100 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
