1955 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1985 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1985 Nissan Silvia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 300 kg more than 1985 Nissan Silvia.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Silvia. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jensen Interceptor | 1985 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | Interceptor | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
