1990 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1970 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1990 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 835 kg more than 1970 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jensen Interceptor | 1970 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Jensen | Triumph |
| Model | Interceptor | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
