1985 Honda Prelude vs. 1991 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1991 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 745 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Prelude | 1991 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Prelude | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
