1989 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1989 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 570 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jensen Interceptor | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | Interceptor | Luce |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
