1980 Buick Electra vs. 1975 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 279 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 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 | 1975 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Buick | Jensen |
Model | Electra | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1969 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |