1972 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1985 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1985 Toyota Crown is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (284 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 548 kg more than 1985 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Crown. 1972 Jensen Interceptor has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Jensen Interceptor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Interceptor | 1985 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Crown |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
