1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1977 Toyota Carina is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 540 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Carina |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
