1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1985 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1985 Nissan Skyline is newer by 14 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 207 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 764 kg more than 1985 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 1985 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | Interceptor | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
