2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1988 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1988 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
| Model | Escalade | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2680 mm |
