1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1968 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 140 kg more than 1968 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 1968 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
| Model | Seville | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 6275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |
