1988 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 13 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 94 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jensen Interceptor | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
