1968 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2002 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2002 Mercury Villager is newer by 34 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 111 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Villager weights approximately 35 kg more than 1968 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen Interceptor | 2002 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Villager |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6275 cc | 3274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
