1973 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (111 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 623 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. 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 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jensen Interceptor | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
| Make | Jensen | Pontiac |
| Model | Interceptor | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7211 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
