1990 Buick Electra vs. 1991 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1991 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 145 kg more than 1990 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 1991 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Electra | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
