1953 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 597 kg more than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen Interceptor | 2010 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2888 mm |
