1988 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1974 Toyota Century
To start off, 1988 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Century would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Century weights approximately 45 kg more than 1988 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Century. (271 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jensen Interceptor | 1974 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Century |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
