1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 115 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Holden | Jensen |
| Model | Kingswood | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
