1973 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1970 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1973 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 7,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1970 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jensen Interceptor | 1970 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | Interceptor | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7211 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
