2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1990 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 19 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1990 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 82 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1990 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
| Model | CTS | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
