2003 Honda Insight vs. 1994 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 880 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Insight | 1994 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Insight | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
