1984 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1970 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1984 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 212 kg more than 1984 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jensen Interceptor | 1970 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3160 mm |
