1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 42 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 121 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 24 kg more than 2013 Toyota Venza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Venza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
