1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1991 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1991 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 415 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 1991 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Maverick | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
