1974 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1974 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 845 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Jensen Interceptor | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Corona |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
