1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1968 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 420 kg more than 1996 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, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (214 Nm). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 1968 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Prelude | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 6275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 279 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
