1989 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1977 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1989 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 780 kg more than 1977 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jensen Interceptor | 1977 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | Interceptor | Violet |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
