1970 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1992 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1992 Mercury Capri is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 670 kg more than 1992 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jensen Interceptor | 1992 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Capri |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
