1997 Honda CRX vs. 1969 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1997 Honda CRX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1997 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 700 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda CRX | 1969 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | CRX | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
