1968 Jensen FF vs. 1974 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1974 Toyota Corona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 975 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Jensen FF 1974 Toyota Corona
Make Jensen Toyota
Model FF Corona
Year Released 1968 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6276 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 279 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 587 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 108 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.9 mm 77 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1975 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2510 mm


 

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