1997 Honda Shuttle vs. 1988 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1997 Honda Shuttle is newer by 9 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 92 more horse power than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 188 kg more than 1997 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, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Shuttle | 1988 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Shuttle | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
