1975 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 14 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 129 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 300 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jensen Interceptor | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Jensen | Saab |
| Model | Interceptor | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
