1972 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. (284 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 688 kg more than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Interceptor | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | Interceptor | Armada |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
