1999 Honda Z vs. 1990 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 760 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 1990 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Z | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
