1985 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1985 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 112 kg more than 1985 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Sable. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jensen Interceptor | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Sable |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
