1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 136 kg more than 1971 Jensen Interceptor.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Caprice | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
