1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1998 Nissan President
To start off, 1998 Nissan President is newer by 27 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 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Nissan President. (267 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 83 kg more than 1998 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Jensen Interceptor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor will offer significantly more control. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan President. (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 1998 Nissan President | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | Interceptor | President |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3040 mm |
