1968 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1972 Mercury Montego is newer by 4 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 118 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 235 kg more than 1968 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen Interceptor | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Montego |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6275 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
