1957 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1986 Toyota Carina is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 425 kg more than 1986 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, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen Interceptor | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Carina |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
