1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1954 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 325 kg more than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 1954 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jensen |
| Model | Cordoba | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2860 mm |
