2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1972 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (284 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1452 kg more than 1972 Jensen Interceptor.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1972 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Excursion | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7274 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2670 mm |
