1996 Honda Shuttle vs. 1976 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1996 Honda Shuttle is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Shuttle | 1976 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Shuttle | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
