1984 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1992 Mercury Tracer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jensen Interceptor 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 115 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 616 kg more than 1992 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jensen Interceptor | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
