1974 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic

To start off, 1996 Toyota Picnic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Jensen Interceptor 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 152 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Toyota Picnic. 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Picnic.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Jensen Interceptor 1996 Toyota Picnic
Make Jensen Toyota
Model Interceptor Picnic
Year Released 1974 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6276 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 279 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 587 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1335 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 70 L