1958 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2002 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2002 Mercury Cougar is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jensen Interceptor | 2002 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
