1974 Buick Riviera vs. 1975 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1975 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 290 kg more than 1975 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Riviera. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Riviera | 1975 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Riviera | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
