1968 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 4 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 272 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry. 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 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen Interceptor | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | Interceptor | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2340 mm |
