1973 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1973 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 7,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 25 kg more than 1973 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jensen Interceptor | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Montego |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7211 cc | 4945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1775 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 |
