1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1954 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 19 kg more than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 1954 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | LeSabre | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
