1984 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 388 kg more than 1998 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, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jensen Interceptor | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Jensen | Honda |
| Model | Interceptor | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
