2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1974 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1974 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 1974 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Rainier | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
