1989 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 19 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 136 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 388 kg more than 2008 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jensen Interceptor | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
