1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1955 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 161 kg more than 1955 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 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 | 1955 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | LeSabre | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 257 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 | 1656 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
