1958 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1958 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jensen Interceptor | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Jensen | Volvo |
| Model | Interceptor | V70 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| 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 | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1584 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 |
