1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1986 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 412 kg more than 1992 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, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 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 | 1986 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Prelude | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
