1954 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 58 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 63 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, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jensen Interceptor | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2659 mm |
