2009 Ford Escape vs. 1972 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 37 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. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 778 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1972 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Escape | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
