1974 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1974 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 154 kg more than 1979 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Jensen Interceptor | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Jensen | Pontiac |
| Model | Interceptor | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
