1971 Jensen FF vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 360 kg more than 1996 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, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen FF | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | FF | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
