1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1967 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 643 kg more than 1967 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 1967 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Suburban | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2680 mm |
