1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1958 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 290 kg more than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 1958 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Skylark | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
