1983 Buick Electra vs. 1958 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1983 Buick Electra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 195 kg more than 1958 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Electra | 1958 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Electra | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3993 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 | 279 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
