1986 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2003 Toyota Echo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jensen Interceptor 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 134 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Echo. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 767 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo. 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Echo. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jensen Interceptor | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Echo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
