1975 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 835 kg more than 1979 Mazda 121. 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, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jensen Interceptor | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | Interceptor | 121 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
