1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 1990 Jensen Interceptor

To start off, 1990 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Jensen Interceptor.

Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Cadillac Seville.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Cadillac Seville 1990 Jensen Interceptor
Make Cadillac Jensen
Model Seville Interceptor
Year Released 1976 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5734 cc 5897 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 177 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 372 Nm 418 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2680 mm


 

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