1987 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1994 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 70 kg more than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jensen Interceptor | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Jensen | Buick |
| Model | Interceptor | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2820 mm |
