1967 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 38 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 159 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 565 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (177 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen Interceptor | 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Jensen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Interceptor | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 56 L |
