2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1985 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1985 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 235 kg more than 1985 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 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 | 1985 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Pilot | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
