1970 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 50 kg more than 1970 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jensen Interceptor | 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Jensen | Pontiac |
| Model | Interceptor | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2950 mm |
