1979 Buick Century vs. 1987 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1987 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century 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 138 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 290 kg more than 1979 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1987 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Century | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
