1970 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 420 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jensen Interceptor | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Jensen | Honda |
| Model | Interceptor | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
