1992 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1992 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 25 kg more than 1973 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jensen Interceptor | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Montego |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
