1957 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 41 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 24 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 405 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen Interceptor | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| 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 | 129 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
