1968 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1965 Nissan President
To start off, 1968 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan President would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 225 kg more than 1965 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Jensen Interceptor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen Interceptor | 1965 Nissan President | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | Interceptor | President |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
