1996 Honda S-MX vs. 1988 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 390 kg more than 1996 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, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda S-MX | 1988 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | S-MX | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
