1955 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1955 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jensen Interceptor | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3240 mm |
