1994 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1994 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 500 kg more than 1974 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, 1994 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jensen Interceptor | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Comet |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1220 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 |
