1986 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1986 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 712 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jensen Interceptor | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | Interceptor | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
