1968 Jensen FF vs. 1979 Mazda Montrose
To start off, 1979 Mazda Montrose is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Montrose. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 905 kg more than 1979 Mazda Montrose. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (153 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Montrose.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 1979 Mazda Montrose | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | FF | Montrose |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
