1971 Jensen FF vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 139 kg more than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen FF | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | FF | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |
