1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1968 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 27 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 85 more horse power than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 228 kg more than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Jensen Interceptor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor will offer significantly more control. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. (380 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Park Avenue | 1968 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Buick | Jensen |
Model | Park Avenue | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 6286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 108.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |