1991 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1979 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1991 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 670 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jensen Interceptor | 1979 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Corona |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
