1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 1972 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Catera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (284 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 113 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Catera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Catera | 1972 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
| Model | Catera | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
