1985 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1997 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1997 Seat Toledo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1997 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 670 kg more than 1997 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jensen Interceptor | 1997 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Jensen | Seat |
| Model | Interceptor | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
