1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1971 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 532 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Comet |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
