1975 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 8 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 173 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 640 kg more than 1983 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 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jensen Interceptor | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Celica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
