1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1968 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1971 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Montclair. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Montclair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 246 kg more than 1971 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Montclair. (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 1968 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3130 mm |
