1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1949 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 189 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Because 1949 Jensen Interceptor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Jensen Interceptor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1949 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1949 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Prelude | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
