2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1988 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 20 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 366 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 1988 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Ridgeline | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |
