1984 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1984 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 147 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1984 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jensen Interceptor | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2820 mm |
