1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1989 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1989 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Riviera would be higher. 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 69 more horse power than 1989 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1989 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 320 kg more than 1989 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jensen Interceptor. (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 1989 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Riviera | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |
