2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1968 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 34 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. (325 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 848 kg more than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 1968 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
| Model | Escalade | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
