1988 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1988 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 765 kg more than 1973 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, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jensen Interceptor | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | Interceptor | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| 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 | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
