1976 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 828 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Jensen Interceptor | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Jensen | Lada |
| Model | Interceptor | Samara |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
