1956 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1996 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1996 Mercury Mystique is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercury Mystique (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 253 kg more than 1996 Mercury Mystique.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jensen Interceptor | 1996 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3991 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
