1989 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 755 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jensen Interceptor | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
