2003 Honda Pilot vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Honda Pilot. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 859 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Jensen Interceptor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Pilot | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Pilot | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 6284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 91 L |
