1993 GMC Typhoon vs. 1973 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1993 GMC Typhoon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Jensen Interceptor. (280 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1973 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 10 kg more than 1993 GMC Typhoon.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 GMC Typhoon. (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 GMC Typhoon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 GMC Typhoon | 1973 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | GMC | Jensen |
| Model | Typhoon | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 7211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
