1968 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1970 Nissan Cedric is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen Interceptor 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 211 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 540 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen Interceptor | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | Interceptor | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
