1975 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jensen Interceptor | 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Jensen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Interceptor | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3030 mm |
