1967 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 1998 Toyota Avensis is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 557 kg more than 1998 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Jensen Interceptor 1998 Toyota Avensis
Make Jensen Toyota
Model Interceptor Avensis
Year Released 1967 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6276 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 279 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 587 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1752 kg 1195 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2640 mm


 

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