1954 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1971 Mazda 818
To start off, 1971 Mazda 818 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 818. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 685 kg more than 1971 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jensen Interceptor | 1971 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | Interceptor | 818 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |
