1954 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 54 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jensen Interceptor | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
