1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1981 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1981 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 28 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 73 more horse power than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 640 kg more than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 1981 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Jensen | Vauxhall |
| Model | Interceptor | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |
