1974 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1995 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1995 Nissan Skyline is newer by 21 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 8 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Skyline. (271 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 250 kg more than 1995 Nissan Skyline. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Skyline. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Jensen Interceptor | 1995 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | Interceptor | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
