2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1990 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1990 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 480 kg more than 1990 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jensen Interceptor. (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1990 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Suburban | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2680 mm |
