1988 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 17 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 80 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (162 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 71 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. 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) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (250 Nm). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jensen Interceptor | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1649 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3250 mm |
