1999 Holden Vectra vs. 1955 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1999 Holden Vectra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 Holden Vectra.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Vectra | 1955 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Holden | Jensen |
| Model | Vectra | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
