1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 1968 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Aurora is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 242 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 1968 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
| Model | Aurora | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 108.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2780 mm |
