2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1968 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 40 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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. (325 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 80 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1968 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 536 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 | 1910 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
