1969 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1969 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 700 kg more than 1968 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, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Jensen Interceptor | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | Interceptor | Luce |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 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 | 588 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
