1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (109 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 130 kg more than 1953 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Jensen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Interceptor | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |
