1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 1969 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 390 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 1969 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Celebrity | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
