1980 Buick Electra vs. 1956 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 195 kg more than 1956 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 1956 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Electra | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
