1991 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1991 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia 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 145 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 730 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia. 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jensen Interceptor | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | Interceptor | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
