1967 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1982 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1982 Plymouth Caravelle is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 587 kg more than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen Interceptor | 1982 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Jensen | Plymouth |
| Model | Interceptor | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
