1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1988 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1989 Buick Skylark is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jensen Interceptor 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 82 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 444 kg more than 1989 Buick Skylark. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 1988 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Skylark | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
