1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1971 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1968 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, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
