1990 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1990 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 7,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 340 kg more than 1990 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercury Monterey (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jensen Interceptor. (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jensen Interceptor | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 7032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2060 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 |
