2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1972 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (284 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 137 kg more than 1972 Jensen Interceptor.
Because 1972 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 1972 Jensen Interceptor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot, 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, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 1972 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Honda | Jensen |
Model | Pilot | Interceptor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 90 L |