1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1985 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1985 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 170 kg more than 1985 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 1985 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
Model | Seville | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 418 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 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 |