1966 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1997 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1997 Nissan Laurel is newer by 31 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 179 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Laurel. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 320 kg more than 1997 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Laurel. (182 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Jensen Interceptor | 1997 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Jensen | Nissan |
Model | Interceptor | Laurel |
Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 587 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |