1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 41 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 30 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 116 kg more than 1971 Jensen Interceptor.
Because 1971 Jensen Interceptor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Jensen Interceptor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
