1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1998 Toyota MR2 is newer by 45 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, 1998 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 Toyota MR2.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 1998 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
