1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor 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 256 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1134 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. 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 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | Interceptor | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
