2000 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 650 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1975 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Honda | Jensen |
Model | Civic | Interceptor |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |