1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1995 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1995 Mercury Mystique is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 572 kg more than 1995 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Jensen Interceptor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Jensen Interceptor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Mystique, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 1995 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
