1986 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1975 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 67 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Caprice | 1975 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Caprice | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
