1993 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1993 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (137 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 332 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jensen Interceptor | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Comet |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
