1984 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1988 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 865 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 1988 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Civic | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
