1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 949 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. 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 (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
