1976 Buick Electra vs. 1988 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1988 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 85 kg more than 1988 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick Electra (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 1988 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Electra | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
