1991 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1991 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica 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 128 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 420 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jensen Interceptor | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Celica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
