1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 280 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Corvette | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
