1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1979 Saab 900
To start off, 1979 Saab 900 is newer by 8 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1979 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1979 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 552 kg more than 1979 Saab 900. 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 (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 1979 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Jensen | Saab |
| Model | Interceptor | 900 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
