1954 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 43 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 25 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 370 kg more than 1997 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, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jensen Interceptor | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Carina |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
