1984 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 22 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1984 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1984 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1984 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jensen Interceptor | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2890 mm |
