2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1975 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1003 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 1975 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Ford | Jensen |
Model | Expedition | Interceptor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1969 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 98 L |