1974 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1980 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1980 Nissan Silvia is newer by 6 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 740 kg more than 1980 Nissan Silvia. 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 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Jensen Interceptor | 1980 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | Interceptor | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
