1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 110 kg more than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Skylark | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
