1967 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 32 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 152 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 767 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2. 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) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (176 Nm). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen Interceptor | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 87 L |
