1975 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Toyota Celica is newer by 5 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 570 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jensen Interceptor | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Celica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
