1969 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1991 Saab 9000. (185 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 300 kg more than 1991 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (278 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Jensen Interceptor | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Jensen | Saab |
| Model | Interceptor | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
