1986 Buick Electra vs. 1968 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1986 Buick Electra is newer by 18 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 141 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 270 kg more than 1986 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Electra | 1968 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Electra | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
