1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, both 1971 Buick Riviera and 1971 Jensen Interceptor were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (300 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 67 kg more than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Jensen Interceptor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Buick | Jensen |
Model | Riviera | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 6284 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 556 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2780 mm |