1972 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1973 Mercury Montego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 55 kg more than 1973 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Interceptor | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Montego |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6275 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
