1955 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 50 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (139 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1955 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jensen Interceptor | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Jensen | Volvo |
| Model | Interceptor | V70 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
