1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1973 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 3 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 207 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 636 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1973 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Cortina | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 7211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
