1968 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 700 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce. 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 Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen Interceptor | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | Interceptor | Luce |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6275 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
