1985 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 70 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jensen Interceptor | 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Jensen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Interceptor | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
