1974 Ford Maverick vs. 1990 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1990 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1974 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 505 kg more than 1974 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Maverick. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Maverick | 1990 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Maverick | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
