2000 Honda Prelude vs. 1949 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2000 Honda Prelude is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 259 kg more than 2000 Honda Prelude.
Because 1949 Jensen Interceptor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Jensen Interceptor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1949 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1949 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Prelude | 1949 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Honda | Jensen |
Model | Prelude | Interceptor |
Year Released | 2000 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |