1973 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jensen Interceptor 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 152 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 508 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jensen Interceptor | 1998 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Jensen | Ford |
| Model | Interceptor | Contour |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7211 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
