1993 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1979 Toyota Century
To start off, 1993 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Century would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Century weights approximately 84 kg more than 1993 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jensen Interceptor | 1979 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | Century |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
