1980 Buick Estate vs. 1955 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1980 Buick Estate is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Estate (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 485 kg more than 1955 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, 1980 Buick Estate (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Estate | 1955 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Buick | Jensen |
Model | Estate | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1980 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |