1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1971 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown 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 171 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 497 kg more than 1970 Toyota Crown. 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 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Crown |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
