1988 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jensen Interceptor 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 157 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 545 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jensen Interceptor | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
