1986 Buick Estate vs. 1973 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1986 Buick Estate is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1986 Buick Estate. (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Estate weights approximately 135 kg more than 1973 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Estate | 1973 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Estate | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 7211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
