1954 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 520 kg more than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jensen Interceptor | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Jensen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Interceptor | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |
