1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1987 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1987 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 300 kg more than 1987 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1987 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Caprice | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |
