2005 Honda Z vs. 1988 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 760 kg more than 2005 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, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Z | 1988 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Z | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 5898 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 | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
