1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 524 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cedric. 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 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | Interceptor | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
