1955 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2001 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2001 Mercury Villager is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Villager weights approximately 290 kg more than 1955 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, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jensen Interceptor | 2001 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Villager |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
