1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 48 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, 2001 Opel Vectra (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Jensen | Opel |
| Model | Interceptor | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
