1979 Buick Regal vs. 1990 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1990 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 225 kg more than 1979 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 1990 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Regal | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
