1974 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1974 Volvo 164
To start off, both 1974 Jensen Interceptor and 1974 Volvo 164 were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 164. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 390 kg more than 1974 Volvo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 164. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Jensen Interceptor | 1974 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Jensen | Volvo |
Model | Interceptor | 164 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 587 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |