1966 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 840 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen Interceptor | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | Interceptor | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
