1986 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1986 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 907 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jensen Interceptor | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
