1975 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 175 kg more than 1975 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jensen Interceptor | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
